79 posts tagged with "Technology"

Why Should You Care?​

In the digital age, content is king. However, how you publish and monetize that content can significantly impact your potential earnings and audience reach.

Traditional syndicate platforms like Substack have long been famous for sharing knowledge and information. However, they come with a catch- any ad revenue generated from your content goes straight into the platform's pockets, not yours.

This realization has led many content creators to explore alternative means, such as static content generation sites, to retain control over their ad revenue streams. Here's why switching could be a game-changer for your content monetization strategy.

Background​

In the digital age, where our lives are intertwined with screens, dark Mode has emerged as the unsung hero of our nocturnal browsing habits. It's not just a feature-it's a lifestyle. Let's dive into why embracing the dark side (of your screen) can be a game-changer, the slight bummer when apps or sites don't get with the program, and a nifty Chrome extension that's our knight in shining (or should we say, dimly lit) armor.

You don't have to sell your soul to the Devil. No lead generation or cold DM-ing is necessary.

Success can look like this in Affiliate Marketing​

Diving into the affiliate marketing world opens the door to significant financial opportunities for those ready to embrace its dynamic nature. With the right strategies and a bit of insight, the realm of affiliate marketing becomes fertile ground for generating substantial income. Rewind the clock to 2020—imagine stepping into this venture and quickly celebrating an initial achievement of $1200 in affiliate commissions. Yet, this early success is merely the starting point, paving the way for ongoing growth and consistent earnings.

How to Harness 5 Powerful Impulses for Effective Sales Strategies.

Learning on the Job​

Around 1995, I was living in Indianapolis, IN, originally from mid and northern Michigan. In Michigan, there were no colleges nearby.

The closest place to buy nicer clothes than K-mart was almost 2 hours south, only painful country roads that traverse a bunch of tiny villages (45 MPH to about 10 MPH, tractors, etc.).

I couldn't take it anymore after the automobile companies moved their manufacturing plants to another country (lower labor costs).

The state was suffering. Enter Indianapolis, a bustling local economy with HIRING signs everywhere; they were so ubiquitous that you eventually stopped noticing them.

Learning on the Job​

In 1995, I left rural Michigan for Indianapolis, driven by a need for better job opportunities.

This move began my journey in the sales world, starting with a challenging role selling cologne and perfume on commission. Over the years, working in various sales positions, I've learned crucial tactics that I wish to share with you.

These are the 5 sales impulses that every successful salesperson understands.

This One Thing Turned My Chronic Cold Around the Same Day!​

We all know how miserable it can be to have a lingering cold that won't go away.

I was sick recently for about a week and didn't feel like going to the doctor. What can I do to improve this now?

😴Lots of water, soup, etc., then it hit me: I need a long-term sleep "**coma**!"

Sure enough, it turned around on the same day! I was curious if this was officially a thing, so I found this book about the power of sleep and wanted to share my take on it. I'd love to hear your thoughts!

If you're as busy as I am, you might find audiobooks on platforms like Audible perfect for on-the-go reading. Check out the Audible book I reviewed by clicking on this Amazon link.

Do you have any friends in tech who are laid off? This is the longest periods of unemployment in my life, by far. Check out an example of what we are going through:

Navigating the Tech Layoff Crisis: A Deep Dive​

Once a symbol of growth and job security, the tech industry confronts a daunting layoff crisis.

💣In **2023, over 191,000 workers in U.S.-based tech companies were laid off**, and the **trend continues with at least 6,505 job losses so far in 2024**.

Series: Medium Monetization Tips

Look, I'm not some digital marketing guru or Medium expert. I'm just a regular writer trying to figure out this whole online content thing, much like you. But I've stumbled upon this quirky feature on Medium - the infamous 50 claps - and I thought, "Why not dive into this rabbit hole and see where it leads?" So here we go, my utterly non-expert guide to the bizarre world of Medium claps and what they mean for us poor souls trying to make it in the digital content jungle.

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